BusyB,
Emirates never has and never will pay what Cathay A scale or even B scale pays. My next door neighbour in the Uk is ex Cathay A scale and earned around 20000 GBP back in 97. Back in 97 Emirates Captains were earning just over over 20000 Dirhams so a huge difference there.... He also left with a golden hand shake of 3 million pounds..... Ah I only wish..... it probably explains why some of our guys who have the balls to make a move are going to Dragon Air as F/Os and leaving a current Command with Emirates.....
I am not expecting these guys to make a difference here, nor will things change for the better because these guys are leaving. I, just like so many others here are looking for better opportunities, and believe me they are popping up, so I guess one of the good things about the future is that command might be quicker for those joining not only because of expansion but also because of attrition.... But if you think that getting your command with Emirates will solve all your problems, or that it is career long move then seriously good luck with your thinking...
